Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee

Government of Alberta - Ministry of Seniors, Community, and Social Services

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Description
Provides a variety of services, information, and resources regarding: guardianship services, trusteeship services, capacity assessment information and court applications, complaints about guardians, trustees, and agents, and advance planning.

Service offers:

  • decision-making mechanisms for individuals who are unable to make personal and / or financial decisions for themselves
  • assistance to Albertans to plan for a time when they may no longer have the capacity to make decisions due to an illness or injury

The decision-making mechanisms are provided through the:

  • Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act
  • Public Trustee Act
  • Personal Directives Act
  • Mental Health Act

Also acts for and administers the property of represented adults, minor children, and deceased persons when the Office is the most appropriate resource to provide support and protection.

Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • adults who are unable to make personal and / or financial decisions for themselves
  • and minors trusts
Application Process
Service Access: See below, To access service:
  • contact for general information about decision-making options
  • or visit website to find the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT) office nearest you

Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: No,
Telephone
403-381-5648
Fax
403-381-5774
Web Site
http://www.alberta.ca/opgt-supports
Languages
English - Interpretive services can be accessed on request.
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes - On major bus route
Other disabled access: No -
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Agency Information
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Last Verified On
February 28, 2024
Address
Professional Building; 740 4 Avenue S
Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0N9
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Hours of Operation
Mon
08:15 AM to 04:30 PM
Tue
08:15 AM to 04:30 PM
Wed
08:15 AM to 04:30 PM
Thu
08:15 AM to 04:30 PM
Fri
08:15 AM to 04:30 PM

Closed 12:00 noon to 1:00 PM. Closed statutory holidays.

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